NUMBER: 18-097-19

GROUP: 18 - Vehicle Performance

DATE: December 14, 2019

This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
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This bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin 18-020-18 REV. A, dated July 14, 2018, which
should be removed from your files. All revisions are highlighted with **asterisks** and
include additional Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), symptom/conditions, note and LOP.
This Service Bulletin is also being released as Rapid Response Transmittal (RRT) 17-110. All
applicable Un-Sold RRT VINs have been loaded. To verify this RRT service action is
applicable to the Un-Sold vehicle, use VIP or perform a VIN search in DealerCONNECT/
Service Library.

SUBJECT:
Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates

OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM), also known as a
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software.

MODELS:

2017 - 2018 (GA) Alfa Romeo Giulia

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles within the following markets/countries: North
America and LATAM.
NOTE: This bulletin applies to all vehicles equipped with a 2.0L I4 DI Turbo Engine (Sales
Code EC2).

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further
investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs have been set:
• **P013A-00 - O2 Sensor Slow Response - Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 2.
• P015A-00 - O2 Sensor Delayed Response - Rich To Lean Bank 1 Sensor 1.
• P026E-00 - Charge Air Cooler Coolant Pump Performance.
• U1008-00 - LIN 1 BUS.
• P1CEA-00 - Boost Side EVAP Purge System Performance.**
• P04DB-00 - Crankcase Ventilation System Disconnected.
• P024A-00 - Charge Air Cooler Bypass Control 9A9 Range/Performance.
• P2097-00 - Post Catalyst Fuel Trim System Rich.
• P2B2F-00 - Fan 1 Performance/Stuck Off.
• P24D6-00 - EVAP System Pressure Sensor/Switch 9B9 Circuit Range/Performance.
• P01BA-00 - Engine Oil Temperature Sensor 9B9 Range/Performance.
• P164E-00 - A/C Clutch Relay Control Range/Performance.
• P0191-00 - Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor 9A9 Circuit Range/Performance.
• P2299-00 - Brake Pedal Position/Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible.
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• P0455-00 - Evaporative Emission System Leak Detected (Large Leak).

• P0087 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low - Bank 1.
• P2172 - Throttle Actuator Control System - Sudden High Air Flow Detected.
• P0171 - System Too Lean Bank 1.
• P0236 - Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Pressure Sensor Performance.
• P0363 - Misfire Detected - Fueling Disabled.
• P250B - Engine Oil Level Sensor Circuit Performance.
• P0139 - O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response Bank 1 Sensor 2.
• P0440 - Evaporative Emission System Incorrect Flow.
• P0441 - Evaporative Emission System Incorrect Purge Flow.
• P0002 - Fuel Quantity Regulator 1 Control Circuit Performance.
• P0244 - Turbocharger/Supercharger Wastegate Solenoid “A” Range/Performance.
• P062A - Fuel Pump “A” Control Circuit Range/Performance.
• P0128 - Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature).
• P0514 - Battery Monitor Module Temperature Monitoring Performance.
• P2AC0 - Intake Air O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit Range/Performance Bank 1.
• P0402 - Exhaust Gas Recirculation “A” Flow Excessive Detected.
• P2B89 - Intake Air O2 Sensor Circuit Low Voltage.
• P0456 - Evaporative Emission System Leak Detected (Very Small Leak).
In addition, customers may experience one or more of the following:
• **Not passing vehicle certification during state inspections if performed after a system reset.
• Drive-ability issues.**
• Engine misfire when cold.
• Stall when started after refueling.
The following software enhancements are also included in this software update:
• **Turbo coolant pump after run duration and on-off strategy update, to improve turbo O-ring
durability.**
• Changing confusing message, “S&S Not Available to Hood Open”.
• Improved idle stability when Stop and Start (S&S) is activated.
• Improved idle stability during tip in tip out.

DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (wiTECH 2) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in
DealerCONNECT/Service Library, verify all related systems are functioning as designed. If any
DTCs or symptom conditions, other than the ones listed above are present, record the issues on
the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.
If the customer describes the symptom/condition listed above or if the technician finds the DTC,
perform the Repair Procedure.
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REPAIR PROCEDURE:
NOTE: Install a battery charger to ensure battery voltage does not drop below 13.2 volts. Do
not allow the charging voltage to climb above 13.5 volts during the flash process.
NOTE: If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.
NOTE: The Body Control module (BCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) must be
updated to the latest available software at the conclusion of this repair procedure.
Refer to all applicable published service bulletins for detailed repair procedures and
labor times regarding updating the BCM and TCM software.
1. Reprogram the ECM with the latest software. Detailed instructions for flashing control modules
using the wiTECH Diagnostic Application are available by selecting the application’s “HELP”
tab.
2. Using wiTECH, Perform the PROXI Alignment Procedure Routine. This routine is available
under the MISC. Functions tab of the BCM Module.
NOTE: If the (phonic wheel replacement, RPM Sensor and/or timing chain replacement)
procedure is not done correctly, DTC P1300 - Flywheel Self Learning will stay active.
3. Using wiTECH 2, go into the ECM Misc. Functions tab and perform one of the following
procedures:
NOTE: **Perform the Phonic Wheel Replacement first if errors occur then perform RPM
Sensor and/or timing chain replacement.
• “Phonic Wheel Replacement”.
• “RPM Sensor and/or timing chain replacement”.**
4. Clear all DTCs that may have been set in any module due to reprogramming. The wiTECH
application will automatically present all DTCs after the flash and allow them to be cleared.
5. Verify the Body Control Module (BCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) are
programmed with the latest available software. Refer to all applicable published service bulletins
for detailed repair procedures and labor times regarding updating the BCM and TCM software.

POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE:

Labor Operation Description Skill Category Amount

No:
**18-19-06-A8 Module, Engine Control (ECM) - Repro- 1 - Engine Repair 0.4 Hrs.**
gram and Performance
(0 - Introduction)

NOTE: The expected completion time for the flash download portion of this procedure is
approximately 7 minutes. Actual flash download times may be affected by vehicle
connection and network capabilities.
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FAILURE CODE:
The dealer must use failure code CC with this Service Bulletin.
• If the customer’s concern matches the SYMPTOM/CONDITION identified in the Service
Bulletin, failure code CC is to be used.
• When utilizing this failure code, the 3C’s (customer’s concern, cause and correction) must be
provided for processing Service Bulletin flash/reprogramming conditions.

CC Customer Concern